Pinellas County Sheriff's deputies said 49-year-old Mark Fitzgerald told them he was searching for his lost dog Tuesday morning and had a high powered rifle and handgun with him in case he encountered coyotes.

Deputies said Fitzgerald fired several rounds from his golf cart hitting a water tower which holds about a million gallons of water. Water has apparently been draining from the bullet hole.

Fitzgerald also appeared intoxicated, according to officials.

The city is working to repair the damages to the tower.

Fitzgerald was charged with felony criminal mischief, discharging a firearm, and use of firearm while under the influence.